Specialization and Surgical Focus

The surgeon uses minimally invasive techniques to treat joint and bone disorders. He performs surgeries to restore mobility and relieve chronic pain. These procedures include:

• Arthroscopic surgery — a procedure using a tiny camera to visualize, diagnose, and treat joint problems. This includes ACL reconstruction, meniscectomy, and microfracture surgery.
• Total joint replacement for the knee, shoulder, and hip.
• Correction of foot deformities like Hallux Valgus — a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe.
• Treatment of bone and joint injuries resulting from physical trauma.
• Surgical removal of soft tissue tumoral masses.

Clinical Interests

Dr. Kalkan treats a range of degenerative and acute orthopedic conditions. His practice addresses musculoskeletal issues including:

• Osteoarthritis and advanced arthrosis
• Hip fractures and habitual shoulder dislocations
• Coxarthrosis — wear and tear of the hip joint cartilage — and osteoporosis
• Congenital conditions such as Syndactyly — a condition where two or more digits are fused together
• Valgus deformities of the lower limbs

Professional Experience

The doctor has served at several medical centers and research hospitals in Turkey. He has held various clinical roles at:

• 2019–2021 – Hospital Park
• 2010–2018 – Private Oran Cerrah Medical Center
• 2002–2010 – Gebze Central Hospital
• 2002 – Private Gul Medicine Ensar Hospital
• 1995–2000 – Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• 1994 – Inonu University Research Hospital
• 1993 – Maras Budakli Health Center

Education

• Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree